A Transformative Journey Following The Path Of Pollen

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Journey Following The Path of Pollen

12 Nights in Ireland: The Pathway of Pollen

(23 APRIL - 5 MAY 2024)

Date: To be announced

Max number of participants: 12

Bookings are open for 2025

Immerse yourself in the mystical beauty of Ireland on this 12-night journey. Explore the sacred sites, ancient countryside, and wild coastline of this magical land.

Experience the different threads that weave together to create the fabric of Celtic culture:

What you will practice:

Dream Weaving
Meditation in Movement
Shamanic Journeying: Explore the unseen realms through shamanic drumming and journeying.
Breathwork: Release stress and tension through breathwork exercises.
Art & Movement: Express your creativity through art and movement.
Ceremony: Participate in traditional Celtic ceremonies and rituals. Celebrate Beltaine on The Hill of Uisneach (see video )
Bee Day activities: Spend full days exploring the world of bees, from their role in pollination to their symbolism in Celtic culture. Activities include meditation, dream weaving, botanical observation, art, singing, walking the Lemniscate and breathwork.
Visit sacred sites and ancient monuments:
We will begin our odyssey at the Avoca Valley and end at the Hill of Uisneach.
Along the way we will visit:
Glendalough: A monastic settlement is set in a stunning valley with two lakes.
Lough Gur: Home to a number of ancient archaeological sites, including a stone circle and a crannog.
Ballyvourney: Home of the patron saint of the bees, St. Ghobein, her church and well and a famous Sheia na Gig
Ring of Kerry & Ring of Beara: Scenic drive takes us through some of the most beautiful scenery in Ireland.
Kenmare: Located in the heart of the Kerry countryside, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Killarney National Park: Home to a variety of landscapes, including mountains, lakes, and forests.
Dingle: Known for its fishing, its colorful houses, and it's friendly people.

Renew your spirit, kindle your soul, and stir your imagination on this one-of-a-kind, intimate, spiritual Journey in one of Ireland’s most enchanting County. where Gaeilge (Irish) is the native language and Celtic traditions flourish. Celtic spirituality is the indigenous spirituality of Ireland. It is a gentle, nature based way of being that invites us to be our authentic selves and to live from our heart. On our 12 nights we experience the depth and profoundly simple inspiration of Celtic Bees Spirituality through Celtic talks, Irish blessings, songs, poems, stories, music, meditations, rituals, visits to sacred sites, connection with locals.

DAILY ITINERY

BEE WISDOM EXPERIENCE

Today we start with a 2 1/2 hour drive to Lough Gur where we have an opening ceremony and probably have a lunch. Then on to Ballyvourney (2 hrs.) where we will visit the church and the well of St. Ghobein, the Beekeeper's Patron Saint.

The day will finish at the scenic town of Baltimore where we will have supper and have a place to stay the night.

In the morning we travel to Leap for a walk in an ancient forest. After that it's just 40 minutes to Bantry where we'll probably have lunch. Another 1/2 hour will bring us to Glengarrith, where there's beautiful gardens and great shopping. Then 30 minutes to Kenmare, our "base of operations" for the next week.

DAY 3

This is our first day fully dedicated to working with the bees. We will be doing meditation, breathwork, movement, art, and journaling at the Uragh Stone Circle with a possible visit to Gleninchaquin Park.

DAY 5

Today we're going to Killarney. We'll take a boat to Inishfallen Island and then we explore the National Park visiting the castle, the old cathedral and the famous Yew Tree.

Today we go into the national forest to spend our day dedicated to our bee work .

DAY 6

DAY 4

Today we spend most of the day doing Bee Work at the ancient megalighic site at Bonane.

DAY 8

A long day on the Dingle Peninsula, visiting the Beehive Huts and the active and festive town of Dingle. the town will be celebrating Beltane as we are on the 1st May .

DAY 9

Back to the Killarney National Park where we'll spend the whole day around the beautiful Torc Waterfall - another happy Bee Day - Our last night in Kenmare.

Today we start with a 2 1/2 hour drive to Lough Gur where we have an opening ceremony and probably have a lunch.

Then on to Ballyvourney (2 hrs.) where we will visit the church and the well of St. Ghobein, the Beekeeper's Patron Saint.

The day will finish at the scenic town of Baltimore where we will have supper and have a place to stay the night.

DAY 10

This is a journey for those who are seeking a deeper connection with themselves ,the bees, the land and the spirit of Celtic Ireland

DAY 1

We meet our minibus and driver at Dublin airport and go to Greystone for lunch at The Happy Pear, a famous vegan organic restaurant. From there we travel to The Mill at Avoca Hill Village to visit the weavers and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the old valley. Onward to the Glendalough Hotel. We'll have free time to walk around before gathering for dinner together.

DAY 2

DAY 7

Today we start with a 2 1/2 hour drive to Lough Gur where we have an opening ceremony and probably have a lunch.

Then on to Ballyvourney (2 hrs.) where we will visit the church and the well of St. Ghobein, the Beekeeper's Patron Saint.

The day will finish at the scenic town of Baltimore where we will have supper and have a place to stay the night.

Leaving Kenmare we travel to Kilkenny, a medieval town with lots lots of weaving and mills. We'll visit the shops and after lunch we will go to Kildare, who is the epicenter of Bridget.

DAY 11

INTEGRATION

We'll have an online meeting a week or so after the conclusion of our adventure to integrate what we've learned and share our experiences.

BELTANE FESTIVAL

Like the bees, who spend 3/4 of their lives in the dark, we have delved deep into the sweet mysteries of the hive. As our journey come to a close, we emerge into the light by sharing in the centuries old ceremony of the lighting of the fire on the Hill of Uisneach. We will join in the Beltane Fire Festival, a celebration of crafts, food, music, art and fire in the ancient celtic tradition. It's an opportunity to dress up a bit so bring something nice to wear, but it is ourdoors in the field, so no high heels. Maybe we can wear the shawls you find in the traditional shop.

Today we go to the airport hotel to drop off our luggage, have lunch and prepare for the Beltane Festivall on the hill of Inischean. We'll spend the afternoon and evening there culmination with the lighting of the bonfire. Our coach will bring us back to the hotel and the next morning will have our final goodbyes.

DAY 12

Ann and Walter are native of Ireland, the Bee Celtic Journeys who offers soul journeys steeped within their native Celtic Spiritual Tradition. we all have traveled to sacred sites across Ireland for decades renewing, sustaining, and sharing our passion for the Celtic worlD.

Kathya visits the U.S. and other countries introducing european bee Spirituality through workshops and retreats, sharing her lived experience of this mystical and earthy Spirituality.

YOUR TOUR GUIDES

MORE TO KNOW

This is al all-inclusive tour.
Transportation 3* or 4*
Lodging with hearty breakfasts, all lunches and 3 dinners
All admissions and tickets
Knowledgeable guides and a masterful facilitator.
We'll send you a complete packing list.

SO WHAT DOES IT COST? Eu 5,910

HONEY FOR YOU

LA tAGHAIRM

WE WILL ENGAGE IN THE LA tAGHAIRM ONE EVENING

GIFT BAG

A JOURNAL TO PUT ALL YOUR MEMORIES

SOME LITTLE BEE PRODUCTS

AND SOME SPECIAL SUPRISES

ART MATERIAL

WE PROVIDE ALL ART MATERIALS

FROM WATER COLOR TO OTHER PAINT TO CRAYON.

YOU NAME IT, IT'S IN OUR BASKET

UMBRELLA / STAFF

A sturdy walking staff / umbrella to support you in all conditions.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Travel trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended to cover your costs in the event of any unforeseen changes in your travel plans, as we are not able to offer refunds under any circumstances. Once you are registered, attendance in the TRIP you’ve registered for is not transferable to another future TRIP We cannot emphasize enough how important it is to have travel insurance to protect yourself should anything unexpected arise. We also strongly recommend baggage and accident insuranceTRAVEL.